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AD51 AXR

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,248 mi
Last recorded75,248 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 AXR
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 75,248 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

amount travel on handbrake

o/s/f shock absorber feels weak

Fail 30 Sep 2014 75,248 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

amount travel on handbrake

o/s/f shock absorber feels weak

Pass 9 Jul 2013 71,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear offside and nearside tyre outer sidewalls perishing and cracking slightly

tail gate wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 8 Jul 2013 71,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear offside and nearside tyre outer sidewalls perishing and cracking slightly

tail gate wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 9 Jul 2012 68,194 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 62,325 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

tail gate wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 6 Jul 2011 62,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

tail gate wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 14 Apr 2010 54,872 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 54,872 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 53,931 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 53,931 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 53,923 miles

slight corrosion on front brake discs

small splits in both front wipers

Pass 21 Feb 2007 52,281 miles

interior mirror fell off screen when closing the o/s door †

Fail 21 Feb 2007 52,281 miles

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 49,721 miles

rear brake pipes corroding †

exhaust corroding †

slight fluctuation on front brakes †

suspect front pads getting low and discs corroding

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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AD51 AXR is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 63,317 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD51 AXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD51 AXR registered?

AD51 AXR is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 17 December 2001.

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